In December, the Orlando City Council voted to enact ridesharing regulations with the goal of creating a home for Transportation Network Companies (TNCs) like Uber in Orlando. Unfortunately, while the City took the right step in developing a regulatory framework for ridesharing, the bill in its current form simply doesn’t work.

Yesterday was a historic day for riders and drivers in the Kolkata area. The Commissioner of Police, Government of West Bengal, City of Bidhannagar, which includes Kolkata’s tech hub and airport, passed an order regulating on-demand transportation technology aggregators as technology companies, in accordance with the Information Technology Act 2000.

Our goal is simple – we want to keep Jakarta moving forward in a way that increases safety and reduces congestion. Uber gives consumers more choice, drivers greater income potential, and provides the city with a more efficient transportation system.

You may have heard that Uber received a cease and desist letter from the Virginia DMV yesterday. We wanted to write to let you know that Uber will operate as usual, and we plan to continue full-speed ahead with our commitment to providing Virginians access to safe, affordable and reliable rides.

In 2014, Florida is on pace to become the third most populous state in the country. But the state’s current transportation ecosystem simply isn’t able to keep up. Millions of residents and visitors don’t have access to efficient, reliable and modern transportation options. If the Sunshine State truly intends to thrive as a destination that fosters innovation and economic growth, its leaders should stand up for more, better, global transportation options like Uber.

This week, two bills are being considered in the Maryland General Assembly that would modernize Maryland’s laws to make sure you have access to reliable, hassle-free transportation options. Stand up for Uber and sign the petition!